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SigmaSaberSmith
04-23-2016, 11:38 AM
Hello Everyone,

I am wondering what the best method/practice/cleaner for cleaning (nonelectric) parts before final assembly is.

I love my custom sabers, but as we all know, the building/drilling/cutting process creates a TON of little particles that tend to cling to the inside of the parts because of the cutting oil and thread lubrication oil used in production, and by the end, they are covered in both ferrous and nonferrous metal particles, cutting oil, solder, plastic dust etc. etc. etc. and my kids and pregnant wife are going to be using them sooooo...

Is it safe/advisable to "wash" the parts in a mild dish soap solution (or something similar)? Or will a water bath cause the parts to corrode/rust sooner/at some point?

I would also like to avoid something harsh like acetone or some chemical bath, but I am willing to do that one time if it really does get the parts as clean as possible.

Thanks so much in advance.

Sigma

Forgetful Jedi Knight
04-23-2016, 11:58 AM
Parts are cleaned before they're shipped (from TCSS anyway), so if you are jut putting things together, all you need to do is make sure the threads are clean and lubricate them. For metal parts, I just rinse them under water, if I've done a lot of work on the part.

darth_chasm
04-23-2016, 12:04 PM
Soap and water should be fine. Acetone or similar for stuff like sharpie markings and such. If you're etching or anodizing an old electric toothbrush with soft bristles and some hot water and soap does a great job.

I clean the threads with a shot of compressed air then a toothbrush.

MasterStoddard
04-23-2016, 01:06 PM
When I did my first build I also used a cloth of some sort to find any potential rough edges.

SigmaSaberSmith
04-23-2016, 01:26 PM
Thanks 'yall, it's much appreciated. That is exactly what I was looking for.

Sigma